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Rylee Sayer, a talented swimmer, lost her right arm due to cancer in November. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

One-armed swim honours amputee Rylee Sayer

Post author:Kelley Tantau
Post published:March 15, 2024
Post category:News

Hauraki Plains College’s swimming sports this year featured something a little special, with select students jumping into the pool with one arm tied to their sides.The unique race was held…

Ron Harvey and Elizabeth Kyle. Photo: DAVIDDA HIKATANGATA

A new life for historic Thames courthouse

Post author:Davidda Hikatangata
Post published:March 14, 2024
Post category:Features

A love of art and history encouraged a fresh adventure for Elizabeth Kyle and Ron Harvey, the new owners of an iconic heritage building in Thames.Light pours into the building’s…

Jenny Dorrington-Colley has been the coordinator of the local Death Cafe for four years, starting it up after seeing the need for open and considerate conversations about dying. Photo: KELLEY TANTAU

Dispelling the taboo at Thames’ Death Cafe

Post author:Kelley Tantau
Post published:March 13, 2024
Post category:News

Talking about death doesn’t have to be morose. In fact, at Thames’ Death Cafe, healing conversations can be shared over cake and coffee - and laughter.Jenny Dorrington-Colley has been the…

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